Episodes
Wednesday Sep 14, 2022
Dustin Reid on the Recent CPI Number and What To Expect
Wednesday Sep 14, 2022
Wednesday Sep 14, 2022
In this quick-to-market episode, host Matthew Schnurr joins Mackenzie's Chief Fixed Income Strategist, Dustin Reid.
Together, they discuss recent the CPI number, its implications on the FED fund rates, and the overall market impact.
Learn by Key Topics:
(0:54) Thoughts on recent CPI number
(6:35) Expectations for Next Week
(14:18) Changes within the Portfolio
At Mackenzie, we want to create a more invested world, partnering with advisors to help investors become more knowledgeable, more educated, and more invested so they can meet their full potential. Learn more at mackenzieinvestments.com
Thursday Sep 08, 2022
Lesley Marks on the Canadian Housing Market, Jackson Hole and Europe’s Energy Crisis
Thursday Sep 08, 2022
Thursday Sep 08, 2022
In this episode, host Matt Schnurr joins Mackenzie's Lesley Marks, Chief Investment Officer of Equities. She oversees the investment professionals involved in the day-to-day management of Mackenzie funds across the firm’s 12 equity boutiques with more than $65 billion of Mackenzie’s assets under management.
Together, they explore the Canadian housing market impacted by the recent rate hikes, the Jackson Hole summit, and Europe's energy crisis during the Ukrainian war.
Learn by Key Topics:
(0:56) Thoughts on Recent Rate Hike
(3:13) Impact on Housing Market
(6:05) Expectations from Central Banks & their Earnings
(10:55) Thoughts from Jackson Hole Summit
(15:41) Outlook for Rate Hikes & Impact
(18:09) Energy Shock within Europe
At Mackenzie, we want to create a more invested world, partnering with advisors to help investors become more knowledgeable, more educated, and more invested so they can meet their full potential. Learn more at mackenzieinvestments.com
Thursday Sep 01, 2022
Hussein Sunderji on Investment Opportunities in Asia
Thursday Sep 01, 2022
Thursday Sep 01, 2022
In this episode, host Matthew Schnurr joins Lead Portfolio Manager of Ivy International, Hussein Sunderji.
Together, they explore investment opportunities within Asia and Europe and how the Ivy Team approaches them strategically.
Learn by Key Topics:
(0:59) Ivy Investment Philosophy & Asia
(6:08) Views on Cash when Investing
(8:16) Corporate Governance within Japan
(9:28) Views on the Chinese Stock Market
(15:30) Other Geographical Regions in Asia with Opportunities
(17:55) Views on Europe & Investing within
(21:48) Opportunities within Europe
At Mackenzie, we want to create a more invested world, partnering with advisors to help investors become more knowledgeable, more educated, and more invested so they can meet their full potential. Learn more at mackenzieinvestments.com
Wednesday Aug 17, 2022
Dustin Reid on Fixed Income Markets from North America to Europe to China
Wednesday Aug 17, 2022
Wednesday Aug 17, 2022
In this episode, host Matthew Schnurr joins Mackenzie's Chief Fixed Income Strategist, Dustin Reid.
Together, they explore the Fixed Income markets and inflation worldwide, Fed and BoC, views on Europe (German and Italian bond situation), and more.
Learn by Key Topics:
(1:01) Inflation in the U.S.A.
(6:44) Employment Rates & Economy in the U.S.A.
(11:15) Expectations for the Fed
(16:23) Inflation across U.S. vs. Canada
(16:23) Trends across Europe & Inflation Risks
(25:21) Trends within China
(30:37) Thoughts on the upcoming Jackson Hole Symposium
(34:30) Trade Ideas & Final Thoughts
At Mackenzie, we want to create a more invested world, partnering with advisors to help investors become more knowledgeable, educated, and invested to meet their full potential. Learn more at mackenzieinvestments.com
Friday Aug 12, 2022
Lesley Marks on Stock Market Performance & Q2 Earnings
Friday Aug 12, 2022
Friday Aug 12, 2022
In this episode, host Matt Schnurr joins Mackenzie's Lesley Marks, Chief Investment Officer of Equities. She oversees the investment professionals involved in the day-to-day management of Mackenzie funds across the firm’s 12 equity boutiques with more than $65 billion of Mackenzie’s assets under management.
Together, they explore the recent stock market performance, outlook for Canada, and what the Q2 earnings mean for investors.
Learn by Key Topics:
(1:00) Stock Market Performance Timeline & Outlook
(4:51) Expectations on an Interest Rate Hike
(6:33) Current Views on Canada
(9:29) Outlook on the Tech Sector
(11:36) Housing Market & Our Economy
(16:00) Views on Quarterly Earnings
(18:43) Will Canada follow the US?
At Mackenzie, we want to create a more invested world, partnering with advisors to help investors become more knowledgeable, more educated, and more invested so they can meet their full potential. Learn more at mackenzieinvestments.com
Thursday Jul 28, 2022
Matt Moody on Ivy Team’s Succession and Vision
Thursday Jul 28, 2022
Thursday Jul 28, 2022
In this episode, host Matthew Schnurr joins Matt Moody, Vice President, Portfolio Manager for Mackenzie’s Ivy Team.
He will be promoted to Senior Vice President and Head of the Ivy Team this September.
Together, they look at Matt Moody's career within the Investment Industry, what he learned from Jerry Javasky and Paul Musson, and what we can expect from the Ivy Boutique going forward.
Learn by Key Topics:
(0:54)Matt Moody’s Career in the Investment Industry
(2:41) His Investment Style & View of Markets
(4:38) Matt's Introduction to the Ivy Team
(5:18) Why He chose the Ivy Team?
(6:16) Learning from the Previous Ivy Leaders
(15:52) Culture within Ivy & Vision for its Future
(18:22) A Good Analyst vs. A Good Portfolio Manager
(20:30) Views on Cash within the Ivy Team
(24:30) Performance Expectations for the Ivy Team
(28:42) How Karate & Investing balance each other
At Mackenzie, we want to create a more invested world, partnering with advisors to help investors become more knowledgeable, more educated, and more invested so they can meet their full potential. Learn more at mackenzieinvestments.com
Thursday Jul 21, 2022
Dustin Reid on Preparing Portfolios against a Stagflationary Environment
Thursday Jul 21, 2022
Thursday Jul 21, 2022
In this episode, host Matthew Schnurr joins Mackenzie's Chief Fixed Income Strategist, Dustin Reid.
Together, they explore the probability of a ‘stagflationary’ environment, how to think about positioning your portfolios, as well as what impact that type of environment may have on Canada, U.S., and Europe.
Learn by Key Topics:
(0:56) Views on Recent BOC’s Actions with 100 Basis Points Increase
(6:45) Views on Recession and Inflation
(16:11) Updates on Bank of Japan
(20:12) Stagflationary Environments & Positioning within Portfolios
At Mackenzie, we want to create a more invested world, partnering with advisors to help investors become more knowledgeable, more educated, and more invested so they can meet their full potential. Learn more at mackenzieinvestments.com
Friday Jul 15, 2022
Lesley & Steve on Inflation’s Impact and Outlook for the Remainder of 2022
Friday Jul 15, 2022
Friday Jul 15, 2022
In this episode, host Matthew Schnurr joins Lesley Marks, CIO of Equities, and Steve Locke, CIO of Fixed Income & Multi-Asset Strategies.
Together, they discuss expectations for the balance of 2022, what’s happened year to date, inflation, and equity markets.
Learn by Key Topics:
(1:00) Views on Inflation, Central Banks’ Responses & its General Impact
(4:00) Expectations for 2022 for Equity Markets
(6:27) Views on Unemployment Rates, Spending, Consumer Confidence & Impact
(8:28) Rate Increases vs. Inflation
(13:17) Current Position on Canada
(17:38) Views on Emerging Markets
(21:35) View on Bank of Canada’s Responses & Outlook
(24:57) Views on a Possible Recession in the Next 12 Months
At Mackenzie, we want to create a more invested world, partnering with advisors to help investors become more knowledgeable, more educated, and more invested so they can meet their full potential. Learn more at mackenzieinvestments.com
Wednesday Jun 29, 2022
Luke Gould on His Next Role as The CEO of Mackenzie Investments
Wednesday Jun 29, 2022
Wednesday Jun 29, 2022
In this episode, host Matthew Schnurr joins Luke Gould, Executive Vice-President and Chief Financial Officer for IGM Financial Inc.
Together, they explore what Luke Gould is looking forward to over the next 6 years and beyond as he steps into his next role as CEO of Mackenzie Investments.
Learn by Key Topics:
(1:24) How Mackenzie Plans to Retain its Position as The Employer of Choice
(2:21) Framework of Equity, Diversity & Inclusion When Building Our Teams
(4:32) Key Characteristics Mackenzie Looks at When Hiring Talent
(5:46) The Future of Work – Work, Hybrid & Work-From-Home
(8:22) Views on Regulations, Products, and Outlook
(10:01) The Merger of IIROC and MFDA and its Effect on Their Cultures
(11:54) Outlook on Mergers and Acquisitions
(14:13) Views on Interest Rates & Inflation
(16:52) Inflation & Migrating to Private Investments
(18:28) Thoughts on Taking Reigns as the Next CEO of Mackenzie
At Mackenzie, we want to create a more invested world, partnering with advisors to help investors become more knowledgeable, more educated, and more invested so they can meet their full potential. Learn more at mackenzieinvestments.com
Wednesday Jun 22, 2022
Barry McInerney on His 6 Years at Mackenzie Investments & His Legacy
Wednesday Jun 22, 2022
Wednesday Jun 22, 2022
We are celebrating our 100th episode!
In this special episode, host Matthew Schnurr joins Mackenzie's CEO, Barry McInerney just before his retirement in July.
Together, they reflect on the last 6 years of his career at Mackenzie Investments.
Learn by Key Topics:
(0:54) Views on Canadian Wealth Segments from Boomers to Gen Z
(7:23) How has Talent & Culture changed within Mackenzie
(14:38) Actions that re-shaped Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
(21:13) Adjusting to the Pandemic Era and the Hybrid Model
(29:44) Reflections on 6 Years of Acquisitions
(40:12) Barry McInerney's Legacy at Mackenzie Investments
At Mackenzie, we want to create a more invested world, partnering with advisors to help investors become more knowledgeable, more educated, and more invested so they can meet their full potential. Learn more at mackenzieinvestments.com